Harbor Design Engineer
こうわんせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A civil engineer who plans, designs, and analyzes harbor facilities to create safe and functional harbor structures.
Description
Harbor design engineers are specialists who plan and design harbor facilities such as quay walls, piers, and breakwaters, taking into account wave conditions, tidal currents, ground conditions, and environmental impacts. They use CAD and structural analysis software to verify safety and durability, create drawings while ensuring consistency with costs, schedules, and legal regulations, and support harbor development as social infrastructure through a series of tasks including project management, coordination with relevant organizations, and construction supervision.
Future Outlook
Demand for harbor development related to marine development and renewable energy is increasing, and the need for personnel with advanced design skills is expected to grow in the future.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Logical Thinking / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Assistant Engineer → Senior Design Engineer → Project Manager → Consultant → Department Manager
Required Skills
CAD (AutoCAD・Civil3D) / Construction Planning / Cost Estimation / Geotechnical Engineering Knowledge / Structural Analysis / Wave and Current Analysis
Recommended Skills
3D Modeling / English Literature Reading / Environmental Impact Assessment / GIS
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To logically evaluate complex sea conditions and structural analyses. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small errors in drawings or analysis results directly affect safety. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantitative analysis of structural mechanics and soil mechanics is required daily. |
| Problem Solving | Due to the need to address unexpected design challenges and ground issues. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly office work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- First-class Civil Engineering Construction Management Engineer
- Land Surveyor
- Professional Engineer (Construction Division)
Aliases
- Harbor Engineer
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